INFO/TRAVEL
Patronize our Airline, Transportation, Hotel and Parking sponsors and take advantage of special discounts for Festival patrons.
AIRLINES
- Cathay Pacific Airways
800-233-ASIA 
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Cathay Pacific offers daily flights from the U.S. to Hong Kong with easy connections to over 40 popular Asian cities including Mainland China and India. Cathay Pacific's 2009 All Asia Pass includes roundtrip Economy travel between Los Angeles, San Francisco or New York to Hong Kong and up to four basic Asian destinations for one low airfare starting at $1,499. Optional add-ons are also available for travel to China and India. At Cathay Pacific, we ensure that every journey you take is a pleasant one from beginning to end.
- Qantas
800-227-4500 
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With 43 flights weekly to Australia and New Zealand, including non-stops from Los Angeles, San Francisco, and daily service from New York (JFK), it’s not surprising that Qantas flies more passengers to more destinations in Australia than anyone else. If your final stop is Sydney, or one of 54 other destinations within our beautiful continent, you’ll enjoy our world-renowned service all the way. What else would you expect from an airline that has been flying between the U.S. and Australia longer than any other? Over 50 years. Experience. The Difference. Learn more.
- JetBlue
800-JETBLUE 
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JetBlue Airways, a proud supporter of SFIFF52, is please to offer service from all three Bay Area airports to New York, Boston, Washington D.C., LA/Long Beach, and Austin. To jet, call us or visit our Web site. Happy Jetting!
LUXURY TRANSPORT
- Executive Transportation Club
888-260-1300 
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At Executive Transportation Club, our goal is to provide you with transportation services that define luxury, style and safety. Because we care about our clients, our transportation company takes great pride in meeting and exceeding your expectations for customer service. From the cool and confident corporate executive to a nervous bride or a group of close friends, we treat each client like members of the royal court with prompt, courteous service, lavish limousines, luxury cars and reliable transportation. Call or visit us online for more information.
HOTELS
- Joie de Vivre Hotels
800-738-7477 
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San Francisco-based Joie de Vivre Hospitality is a collection of creative lifestyle businesses. Founded in 1987 by Chip Conley, Joie de Vivre manages nearly 40 boutique hotels, more than 20 restaurants and four spas, and is recognized for creating some of the most innovative hospitality services and products and designing one-of-a-kind properties. Joie de Vivre also manages residential projects with hotel-style services and amenities. As California’s largest boutique hotel collection, Joie de Vivre Hotels is becoming the hotel brand synonymous with the California travel experience, offering a wide range of unique urban, suburban and waterfront boutique hotels that cater to leisure and business travelers in all market segments.
- Galleria Park Hotel, a Joie de Vivre Hotel
191 Sutter Street
San Francisco, CA 94104
415-781-3060 or 866-695-8016 
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Galleria Park Hotel is a stylish boutique hotel located in an incomparable location at the crossroads of the Financial District and Union Square. Completely renovated in late 2006, the guestroom changes include upgrades to Pillowtop mattresses, Frette linens, towels and robes; electronic door locks; flat screen televisions and new heating and A/C units. A grand restoration of the lobby was performed to enhance the natural historical elements featuring the glamour of the '40s. SFIFF patron rate: Use reservation code G-SFFS for 25 percent off best available rate.
- Good Hotel, a Joie de Vivre Hotel
112 Seventh Street
San Francisco, CA 94103
415-621-7001 
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The Good Hotel is a hip San Francisco hotel that practices philanthropy and believes in doing good for the planet. The eco-friendly hotel décor features reclaimed and recycled construction materials. Vending machines in the lobby are stocked with wallets made from FedEx envelopes and are one example of our inventive ideas to promote a good lifestyle. We are also as fun as we are inventive. You’ll find humorous touches like “Be Good” written on walls of your room.
SFIFF patron rate: Use reservation code C-FILM or enter FILM in the promo field online for $95 (plus tax) festival rate. Free parking (normally $20).
- Hotel Carlton, a Joie de Vivre Hotel
1075 Sutter Street
San Francisco, CA 94109
415-673-0242 or 866-688-5914 
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The historic 161-room Hotel Carlton offers an international ambiance with outstanding guest service. Located near Union Square and the theater district, the hotel has an international vintage style that offers an eclectic and relaxing haven accentuated by exotic travel photographs. The charming public spaces showcase a cross-cultural design that incorporates one-of-a-kind objects and fascinating treasures. Hotel Carlton is a non-smoking, pet-friendly hotel, and is equipped with solar panels making it a City of San Francisco certified Green Business.
SFIFF patron rate: Use reservation code SFOFILM for 30 percent off best available rate during festival.
- Hotel Kabuki, a Joie de Vivre Hotel
1625 Post Street
San Francisco, CA 94115
415-922-3200 or 866-682-6463 
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Step out the door into Japantown, with its gift stores, bookstores, kimono shops and sushi bars. Fillmore Street, with its popular boutiques, cafes and clubs is within walking distance, a few blocks away. More than 30 restaurants of various International cuisines surround Hotel Kabuki and the Sundance Kabuki Cinemas is just down the street. Union Square, the Golden Gate Bridge, Chinatown and the famed cable cars are also nearby. The Hotel Kabuki is easy to reach by car, airport shuttle or public transportation. Three municipal bus lines stop within a block of the Hotel Kabuki and provide excellent service throughout the city.
SFIFF patron rate: Use reservation code SFIFF or visit us for $99 festival rate on a standard room.
- Hotel Rex, a Joie de Vivre Hotel
562 Sutter Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-433-4434 or 866-714-7053 
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The Hotel Rex in Union Square was inspired by the San Francisco art and literary salons of the 1920s and '30s. Vibrant and alive, the clubby lobby surrounds guests with distinctive period furnishings, walls of antiquarian books and an exceptional collection of exotic objects, original portraits and murals. Hotel Rex San Francisco is located in the heart of the theater district and one block away from Union Square, the center of the City's shopping district. The hotel is walking distance to Saks Fifth Avenue, Macy's, Tiffany, Nordstrom, fashionable boutiques, art galleries and the Museum of Modern Art.
SFIFF patron rate: Mention the San Francisco International Film Festival for 15 percent off best available rate.
- Hotel Vitale, a Joie de Vivre Hotel
8 Mission St
San Francisco, CA 94105
415-278-3700 or 888-890-8688
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Italian for "vitality," Hotel Vitale is surrounded by light and water in the midst of San Francisco's bayside Embarcadero renaissance. This new landmark building overlooks the waterfront and is located across from San Francisco's new gourmet mecca—the historic Ferry Building Marketplace. Situated where the revitalized Embarcadero Waterfront meets the Financial District, Hotel Vitale is convenient to those traveling to San Francisco for business or pleasure.
SFIFF patron rate: Ask for the SF International Film Festival rate to receive 15 percent off best available rate.
- Phoenix Hotel, a Joie de Vivre Hotel
601 Eddy Street
San Francisco, CA 94109
415-776-1380 or 866-673-1322 
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The Phoenix Hotel is a hotel landmark, celebrating more than 20 years of being San Francisco's world-renowned "rock and roll hotel." Funky, irreverent and young-at-heart, The Phoenix isn't for everyone. Located at the edge of the gritty Tenderloin neighborhood, it’s central courtyard is a true crossroads for the creative: ”A good place to check out visiting artists and entertainers, and a bit noisy at times.” The Phoenix Hotel boasts some of the most loyal guests in the world.
SFIFF patron rate: Mention the San Francisco International Film Festival for $129 rate during festival (two night stay may be required on weekends).
- C-Two Hotels
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Unique, affordable, boutique hotels. C-Two Hotels offers a diverse collection of boutique hotels located in the heart of San Francisco. Whether for business or pleasure, we have just the hotel to suit your budget and personality. At C-Two Hotels, we believe that guests deserve a hotel just as unique, intimate and charming as their host city. Stay in a chain hotel in any other city, but this is San Francisco! Visit our Web site for hotel and reservation information.
- Adante Hotel
610 Geary Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-673-9221 or 888-423-0083 
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The Adante Hotel is a premier boutique hotel located in the heart of San Francisco, just three blocks from Union Square. Featuring the warmth and comfort of home, the Adante pampers its guests with deluxe amenities such as free high-speed Internet access in every room and an Internet cafe on the lobby level. Guest rooms are charmingly appointed and each is adorned with original hand-painted European-style murals, making the Adante Hotel a truly unique San Francisco experience.
SFIFF patron rate: $69–$89 for a single or double occupancy standard room when mentioning the International Film Festival. Subject to 15.5 percent hotel tax/fees and availability.
- Hotel Fusion
140 Ellis Street, Union Square
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-568-2525 or 866-753-4244 
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An elegant fusion of old world Asian and contemporary American styles, Hotel Fusion is an oasis in the heart of San Francisco's Union Square. All 124 guest rooms have been entirely renovated with brand new furnishings appointed with rich wood accents and warm, inviting colors. Like San Francisco, Hotel Fusion is an ideal blend of culture, class and unparalleled personal service.
SFIFF patron rate: $99–$129 for a single or double occupancy standard room when mentioning the International Film Festival. Subject to 15.5 percent hotel tax/fees and availability.
- Hotel des Arts
447 Bush Street
San Francisco, CA 94108
415-956-3232 or 800-956-4322 
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The Hotel des Arts is a genuinely unique hotel, featuring rooms painted by some of the world’s top emerging artists with full artistic control. The result is not simply art as decoration, but art as an interactive experience. Located at the gates to Chinatown, the Hotel des Arts is perfectly situated at the crossroads of Union Square, Chinatown and the Financial District.
SFIFF patron rate: $89–$109 for a single or double standard room when mentioning the FILMFEST rate. Subject to 15.5 percent hotel tax/fees and availability.
- Hotel Mark Twain
345 Taylor Street, Union Square
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-673-2332 or 877-854-4106
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The Hotel Mark Twain is a casual, comfortable hotel with a very friendly staff, in the heart of San Francisco near Union Square, cable cars, Chinatown, the theater district and BART. All rooms feature refrigerators, coffee makers with complimentary coffee/tea and deluxe rooms (additional charge) have ceiling fans, flat screen TVs, iPod docking stations, cascading shower heads and upgraded linen and furnishings. The hotel is an ideal choice for friends sharing a room as a good number of the hotel rooms have two double beds.
SFIFF patron rate: $89–$109 for a single or double occupancy standard room when mentioning the FILMFEST rate. Subject to 15.5 percent hotel tax/fees and availability.
- Hotel Stratford
242 Powell Street, Union Square
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-397-7080 or 877-922-5928 
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If travelers were to pinpoint on a map the number one location in San Francisco, it could be right outside the door of the Stratford Hotel. Located in the heart of Union Square, the Stratford Hotel is perfect for guests who want the convenience of being right in the center of the city. Inside, you'll find a hip and relaxed atmosphere and an outgoing, energetic staff, ready to assist.
SFIFF patron rate: $89–$109 for a single or double occupancy standard room when mentioning the International Film Festival. Subject to 15.5 percent hotel tax/fees and availability.
- Personality Hotels
800-553-1900 
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With seven sophisticated properties, Personality Hotels is the only hotel collection to focus solely on San Francisco. We introduced the original boutique hotel to the city, and continue to lead through passionate and personable service. We provide the best experience to our discerning business and leisure travelers with modern amenities including complimentary WiFi and flat screen TVs. Our passion is your experience.
- Hotel Diva
440 Geary Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-885-0200 or 800-553-1900 
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Experience the ultimate in modern design at our sexy boutique hotel. Hotel Diva is striking with its cutting edge appeal—the first that dared to be different! The avant-garde Hotel Diva is in the center of all that San Francisco has to offer with its central location to Union Square. Perks at Hotel Diva include complimentary WiFi Internet access throughout the hotel, complimentary morning coffee and tea, iPod docking stations and 32-inch, flat-screen TVs.
SFIFF patron rate: $89 for a standard room when mentioning the International Film Festival.
- Hotel Frank
114 Powell Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-397-3000 or 800-553-1900 
Let’s face it, subtlety is so last season. In our fast-paced, very self-expressed world, bold is the new black. Being “in” means being unapologetically you. It’s a refreshing energy that’s liberating, candid and always, always frank. Hotel Frank offers comfort and a bold cosmopolitan style right in the pulsing heart of America’s most liberated city. Surrounded by the contemporary hip-meets-classic Thomas Schoos’ design, the hotel atmosphere is conducive to being the many sides of you: from straight-forward business, to flat-out fun, to outright relaxation. Guestrooms feature hounds tooth-patterned carpet, tufted faux crocodile headboards, and custom hand-blown glass light fixtures. Amenities include iPod docks and H20 toiletries.
SFIFF patron rate: $89 for a standard room when mentioning International Film Festival.
- Hotel Union Square
114 Powell Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-397-3000 or 800-553-1900 
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Hotel Union Square has completed an extensive modern makeover and emerged as the freshest and most innovative boutique hotel in the city. Remaining faithful to their Art Deco history, guestrooms have been transformed into a new experience fusing contemporary and classic San Francisco—beautiful brick walls, mosaic murals, signature staircases and opulent moldings are complemented by a warm color palate, sleek custom furnishings by SF–based EQ3 and state-of-the-art technology that caters to both leisure and business travelers. See the New. Feel the Style. Touch the Difference.
SFIFF patron rate: $89 for a standard room when mentioning International Film Festival.
- Hotel Vertigo
940 Sutter Street
San Francisco, CA 94109
415-885-6800 or 800-553-1900 
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Equilibrium is overrated. We’re told to find balance and seek everything in moderation, but in reality… life is a lot more fun and interesting when lived slightly off-center. Hotel Vertigo invites each guest to renew their sense of wonder and imagination by shifting their perspective slightly askew—to get caught in the whirl of hip and playful style. Hotel Vertigo is located in the residential lower Nob Hill area, just five blocks from the Powell Street cable car, Union Square, fine dining, theaters, world-class shopping, and nightlife. The new guestrooms feature custom furnishings, flat screen HD TVs, iPod docking stations, and custom-made plush robes.
SFIFF patron rate: $89 for a standard room when mentioning International Film Festival.
- Beresford Arms
701 Post Street
San Francisco, CA 94109
415-673-2600 or 800-533-6533 
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The Beresford Arms is one of San Francisco’s venerable boutique hotels. The hotel is ideally located in the center of the city near Union Square on Post Street. Our guests find it an easy walk to shopping, cable cars, fine dining and the theater. The hotel offers a unique range of room types including our spacious Junior Suite equipped with either two queen beds or a king, and a jacuzzi tub and bidet in the bath. Rates include complimentary morning coffee and pastries and afternoon wine social. 24-hour valet parking is available for an extra fee. Please visit our Web site, or call our staff for more information at 800-533-6533.
SFIFF patron rate: mention that you are a patron of SFIFF for a 10 percent discount.
- Chancellor Hotel on Union Square
433 Powell Street, Union Square
San Francisco, CA 94102
800-428-4748 or 415-362-2004 
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Family-owned boutique hotel on Union Square. Located on the Powell Street cable car line, this 1914 hotel lies in the city’s shopping district. All 137 guestrooms have free wireless Internet access, ceiling fans, windows that open to breezes and views, oversized tubs and a pillow menu from which guests can choose their preferred fluff level.
SFIFF patron rate: Use reservation code SFFILM for $135 rate (two night minimum stay for Saturday and Sunday).
- CLIFT
495 Geary Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
800-652-5438 
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An inspired fusion of old-world hotel elegance with distinctly contemporary energy and glamour, the newly redesigned Clift, in the heart of San Francisco's Union Square, takes modern luxury to another level. From the surrealistic magic of its soaring lobby to the digital art exhibitions in its celebrated and legendary Redwood Room, the nearly century-old Clift's daring new sense of diversity perfectly captures the city's spirit. Designed by Philippe Starck, Clift is a wonderland for the jet set.
- The Fairmont San Francisco
950 Mason Street, Nob Hill
San Francisco, CA 94108
415-772-5000 or 866-540-4491 
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The world-renowned Fairmont San Francisco presents an awe-inspiring picture of historic San Francisco. The grandeur of the fully restored hotel, coupled with its reputation for impeccable service, promises a truly memorable experience. The recently completed restoration is highlighted by the reemergence of the main lobby as a grand public space. Each of the hotel’s spacious guest rooms and suites have been redecorated in elegant style. With a panoramic view of the city and the bay from high atop Nob Hill, the Fairmont San Francisco offers an unmatched blend of elegance and superb service for an unforgettable stay.
SFIFF patron rate: Mention Friends of the Fairmont Rate for $129 rate through June 30, 2009. Sweet suite deals start at $299 per night.
- Hilton San Francisco
333 O'Farrell Street, Union Square
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-771-1400 or 800-HILTONS 
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Ideally located in the heart of the city, the Hilton San Francisco is close to Union Square, a major transit hub of cable cars, Muni, BART and the largest concentration of performing arts seats west of Chicago. Stylish, with an urban resort feel, the Hilton features the ultimate in relaxation and rejuvenation: the 13,000 square-foot Nourish by Spa Chakra & Health Club. Enjoy massages, facials, acupuncture and a full service hair and nail salon. Luxuriate in the hotel's outdoor heated swimming pool or dazzle your senses while dining at Urban Tavern. Make this year's film festival an excuse to run away to San Francisco's resort hideaway, the Hilton San Francisco.
SFIFF patron rate: Ask for Plan Code P9. Offer good only April 23–May 7, 2009 and based is on availability. For more information and reservations please call 415-771-1400 or visit us.
- Hotel Griffon
155 Steuart Street
San Francisco, CA 94105
415-495-2100 or 800-321-2210 
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Located on the stylish Embarcadero with easy access to the Financial District, Moscone Convention Center and Fisherman’s Wharf, the Hotel Griffon has the ideal location and is convenient to the City’s finest restaurants, shopping, nightlife and recreation. Voted “Best Boutique Hotel” and “Best 24 Hour Getaway” by San Francisco Magazine, Hotel Griffon is the perfect choice for business and leisure travelers who seek a pleasant and luxurious alternative to the chain hotels.
SFIFF patron rate: Mention San Francisco International Film Festival for $159 festival rate.
- Hotel Palomar
12 Fourth Street
San Francisco, CA 94103
415-348-1111 or 866-373-4941 
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The boutique, four-star Hotel Palomar is ensconced in the cultural and stylish epicenter of San Francisco. Within walking distance to all the cultural jewels of San Francisco including SFMOMA, the Contemporary Jewish Museum, the Asian Art Museum and the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts. The Palomar is a credit card’s throw from fashionable Union Square. Nearby flagship stores include Hermes, Yves Street Laurent, Chanel, Louis Vuitton, Paul Smith, Gucci, Barneys New York and Bloomindales. The Palomar just completed an inspirational renovation of their guest rooms, suites and world famous restaurant just in time to celebrate their 10-Year-Anniversary.
SFIFF patron rate: Use reservation code SFF for 20 percent off best available rate during festival.
- The Inn at Union Square
440 Post Street
San Francisco CA 94102
415-397-3510 or 800-288-4346 
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Literally steps from the buzz of San Francisco's famed Union Square, the Inn at Union Square is a quiet 30-room retreat with highly personalized service. Our ideal location at 440 Post is an unbeatable address. Step outside our door to Union Square's world-class shopping and outstanding restaurants. It's an easy stroll to the Financial District, Moscone Center and our beloved cable cars. San Francisco's best dining, art galleries and theater will become your neighbor.
SFIFF patron rate: Mention San Francisco International Film Festival for $159 festival rate.
- King George Hotel
334 Mason Street
San Francisco CA 94102
415-781-5050 or 800-288-6005 
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The King George Hotel at Union Square is a boutique San Francisco hotel that offers the perfect location for business and leisure travel to the city by the Bay. The King George shares its sidewalks with fine dining, world-class shopping, theater and San Francisco's world famous cable car line to the iconic Fisherman's Wharf. Experience the comfort and warmth that sets us apart from any other San Francisco hotel. We offer a tradition of charm and personal service that has been the hallmark of the King George since we first opened our doors in 1914.
SFIFF patron rate: Mention San Francisco International Film Festival for $159 festival rate.
- Queen Anne Hotel
1590 Sutter Street
San Francisco, CA 94109
415-441-2828 or 800-227-3970 
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It’s just a short stroll from the Queen Anne Hotel to San Francisco’s finest shopping, dining and entertainment, including the Sundance Kabuki Cinemas, Japantown, Fillmore Street and Union Square. The Queen Anne is a jewel of Victorian architecture and has 48 unique and elegant rooms and suites. Guests enjoy relaxing in our parlors by wood burning fireplaces, especially during afternoon tea and sherry.
SFIFF patron rate: Use reservation code SFIFF for Festival rates beginning at $129, and breakfast is included.
- San Francisco Marriott
55 Fourth Street
San Francisco, CA 94103
415-896-1600 or 415-442-6029 
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Discover a beautiful downtown San Francisco hotel rising 39 stories high into the city skyline at the eminent San Francisco Marriott. Just south of Market Street, this San Francisco convention center hotel is situated across the street from the Moscone Center, and steps away from the historical cable cars, including world-class shopping on Union Square and Westfield's San Francisco Centre featuring Bloomingdale's. Walk to the Financial District for work, then to AT&T Park, home of Major League Baseball's San Francisco Giants, to play. Whether in town for business or pleasure, experience San Francisco at the San Francisco Marriott, where you're sure to "leave your heart."
- The St. Regis San Francisco
125 Third Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-284-4000 
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In a city of inimitable grace and style, this recently opened luxury hotel embodies a new chapter of extraordinary hospitality. The St. Regis Butler brings any request and whim to brilliant realization. St. Regis blends a historic building, a 40-story tower and the Museum of the African Diaspora into a refined modern day interpretation of the St. Regis legacy. The hotel is located in the vibrant SOMA area, adjoining the San Francisco Museum of Modern Art.
SFIFF patron rate: Visit us online for special $295 San Francisco International Film Festival rate.
- The Westin St. Francis Hotel
335 Powell Street, Union Square
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-397-7000 
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Located in the heart of San Francisco overlooking Union Square, the venerable Westin St. Francis has continuously maintained its preeminence as the City's center of social, cultural and business life since first opening in 1904. With its rich and colorful history as a turn-of-the-century San Francisco landmark, the Westin St. Francis today is as modern as tomorrow, with a proud past—a meeting place of history and legend. Offering 1,195 luxurious guestrooms featuring our famous Heavenly Beds and a front door cable car stop, we are just minutes away from Moscone Center, the Financial District, Fisherman’s Wharf and Chinatown and world-class shopping, dining and theaters.
- W San Francisco
181 Third Street
San Francisco, CA 94103
415-777-5300 or 877-WHOTELS 
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Explore the vibrant and sophisticated city W San Francisco calls home. View the exciting exhibitions at the neighboring SFMOMA, or shop till you drop at the new Bloomingdales and Westfield San Francisco Centre. After your exciting day on the town, wind down with pool-side yoga, pamper yourself in Bliss Spa, or sip on a cool cocktail in XYZ Bar. Your San Francisco experience awaits. SFIFF patron offer: Includes two cool cocktails and a Spectacular Room from $199 per night. Book online or call 1.877.822.0000 and ask for rate plan SFFILM.as
PARKING AT THE FESTIVAL
- Japan Center Garage
1660 Geary Garage
San Francisco, CA 94115 
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Conveniently located in San Francisco's colorful Japantown, the Japan Center Garage and its Fillmore Street Annex provide reasonably priced indoor parking for 920 cars beneath the landmark Japan Center, a three-square-block shopping, dining and entertainment complex.
- The Fillmore Center
The Fillmore Center
1475 Fillmore Street, San Francisco 
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A San Francisco landmark, The Fillmore Center is located in the Fillmore District, celebrated for its jazz clubs, boutique shopping, eclectic dining and most of all, proximity to all San Francisco has to offer. The Fillmore Center will become your relaxing home in the city center.